Three Arrested After Shots Fired Near Clanton Manufacturing Plant

Authorities say the incident stemmed from a domestic dispute that escalated.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:06pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on the ground, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conveying a sense of the sudden, violent nature of the incident through dramatic lighting and minimal detail.A stark reminder of the dangers of unresolved conflict, this close-up of a spent shell casing captures the gritty aftermath of a workplace shooting incident.Clanton Today

Police in Clanton, Alabama have arrested three individuals after a shooting incident near a local manufacturing plant on Friday afternoon. The suspects, identified as Keyontay Jones, Lashaundra Howard, and Destiny Pitts, have been charged with unlawfully shooting into an occupied vehicle and are being held without bond.

Why it matters

While no one was injured and the manufacturing facility itself was not damaged, the incident highlights the ongoing challenge of workplace violence and the need for businesses to have robust security protocols in place to protect their employees and property.

The details

According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 3:10 pm at the Kumi Manufacturing Alabama plant. Police responded to reports of gunfire but the involved parties had already left the scene. Officers were able to quickly locate the individuals near Interstate 65 and take them into custody. In addition to the felony charge of unlawfully shooting into an occupied vehicle, the suspects also face several misdemeanor charges including reckless endangerment, menacing, third-degree assault, and second-degree possession of marijuana.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, April 12, 2026 around 3:10 pm.

The players

Keyontay Jones

A 23-year-old resident of Clanton, Alabama who was arrested in connection with the shooting incident.

Lashaundra Howard

A 24-year-old resident of Marbury, Alabama who was arrested in connection with the shooting incident.

Destiny Pitts

A 23-year-old resident of Marbury, Alabama who was arrested in connection with the shooting incident.

Kumi Manufacturing Alabama

The manufacturing plant where the shooting incident took place, though the facility and its employees were not directly involved.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for businesses to prioritize workplace safety and security measures to protect their employees and operations, even in the face of external threats that may not be directly related to the company's activities.